Ekperechukwu Josephine Ukoh

Ekperechukwu Josephine Ukoh is a LECTURER II in BANKING AND FINANCE Department, Faculty Of Management Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

 Ekperechukwu Josephine Ukoh

Staff Profile

Dr. (Mrs.) Josephine Ekperechukwu Ukoh is an accomplished scholar. She is currently a lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Paul University both in Awka, Anambra State. She holds a Nigeria Certificate in Education from the University of Nigeria Nsukka and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education (Accounting Option) from former Anambra State University Enugu. She proceeded to her postgraduate studies where she obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Banking & Finance and a Master of Business Administration from Enugu State University of Science and Technology. She was also awarded a Master of Science Degree in Banking and Finance from Anambra State University, Uli, and Ph.D. in Banking and Finance from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Prior to her conversion as a lecturer, she was appointed as an internal auditor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. A position she held for 6 years before converting to Lecturer in the same institution. Prior to joining the University system and public institutions, she had several years of experience in the private sector, particularly in financial institutions. Specifically, she worked with Fidelity bank plc as an executive assistant and assumed the position of banking officer at Allied bank Nigeria plc. situated in Onitsha and Aba respectively. It is worth noting that she is happily married with children. Her research interest is deep-rooted in management with specialization in areas like corporate finance & economics, capital markets & applied financial econometrics, and asset pricing among others.

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Banking And Finance, Faculty Of Management Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
BANKING AND FINANCE

Social Profiles

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2018)
September, 2013 to August, 2018
PhD Banking And Finance
2Anambra State University. (Master Degree, December, 2012)
September, 2009 to October, 2012
M.Sc Banking And Finance
3Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu. (Master Degree, September, 2001)
September, 1998 to September, 2001
MBA Banking And Finance
4Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 1995)
October, 1993 to October, 1995
PGD Banking And Finance
5Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Formerly ASUTEC-ENUGU). (Bachelor Degree, August, 1991)
August, 1987 to August, 1991
B.Sc Business Education (Accounting Option)
6UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, NSUKKA/FEDERAL POLY, OKO. (NCE, June, 1989)
September, 1986 to June, 1989
NIGERIA CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION Business Education

Relevant/Working Experience

1Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Department of Banking and Finance
May, 2021 to Present
2Senior Internal Auditor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2018 to May, 2021
3Internal Auditor I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
May, 2015 to September, 2018
4Internal Auditor II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
April, 2015 to May, 2015
5Lecturer II, Paul University, Awka
October, 2012 to April, 2015
6Assistant Lecturer, Paul University, Awka
November, 2011 to September, 2012
7Lecturer II, St Paul's College, Awka
June, 2009 to November, 2011
8Executive Assistant, Fidelity Bank PLC
January, 2006 to November, 2006
9Executive Trainee, Manny Bank Plc, Onitsha
August, 2003 to December, 2005
10Executive Trainee, Manny Bank Plc, Onitsha
August, 2003 to December, 2005
11Banking Officer, Allied Bank Nig. Ltd, Onitsha
March, 1994 to April, 1998
12NYSC, Allied Bank Nig. Plc Enugu
May, 1992 to May, 1993
13Banking Officer, Union Bank of Nigeria plc
August, 1989 to October, 1989

Creative Output

Books
1UKOH, JOSEPHINE EKPERECHUKWU. (2010, June) Students Companion: Review Questions and Answers in Cost Accounting ABOBYZ Publishers
Journal Articles
1Ukoh Josephine Ekperechukwu. (2024, January), "Stock Market Performance and Economic Growth in Nigeria", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 8, (Issue 8), pp 103 - 120
2Ukoh, Josephine E.. (2023, July), "Impact of Information and Communication Technology on Efficient Operational of Banks in Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 179-192
3Josephine, Ekperechukwu, Ukoh. (2023, February), "Automated Clearing System and Performance of Nigerian Banking Industry (1983-2020)", international journal of research publication and review, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 1164-1169
4Josephine, Ekperechukwu, Ukoh. (2023, January), "Effect of Cash Holdings on Research and Development of Conglomerates Firms in Nigeria", Research Journal of Management Practice, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 46-57
5Ukoh Josephine E.. (2023, July), "EFFECT OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT ON NIGERIA’S ECONOMIC GROWTH", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 69-80
6Chizoba B. Okolocha, Chika C. Anugwu and Josephine E. Ukoh. (2023, January), "PROJECT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY DEVELOPMENT IN PHARMACEUTICAL FIRMS IN IMO STATE, NIGERIA", Advance Journal of Business & Entrepreneurship Development, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-31
7Josephine E. Ukoh. (2023, March), "Automated Clearing System on Deposit Money Banks’ Performance: Experience from the Nigerian Banks", Macro Management & Public Policies, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 44-49
8Godwin Ogonna R., Ukoh Josephine E., Ogbonna Kelechukwu S., Ibeyenwa Ekene K.. (2023, July), "EFFECT OF FINANCIAL INCLUSION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA(2005-2021)", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 215-225
9Ukoh, Josephine E. and Okeke I. Chinwe. (2023, May), "Effect of Financial Inclusion on Economic Development in Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 4, (Issue 5), pp 5018-5027
10Ukoh Josephine Ekperechukwu. (2023, October), "Information and communication technology and the performance of deposit money banks in Nigeria", Global Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Technology Development, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 27 - 36
11Ukoh Josephine Ekperechukwu. (2023, December), "Risk Management and Performance of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 320 - 339
12Ukoh, Josephine E.. (2023, June), "FINANCIAL INCLUSION: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY ON NIGERIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT", Journal of Global Interdependence and Economic Sustainability, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 1-3
13Ezu Gideon Kasie, Ukoh Josephine E.. (2021, November), "Monetary Policy Instruments and Performance of Nigeria Capital Market", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 11), pp 720-726
14OKONKWO, IKEOTUONYE VICTOR, UKOH, JOSEPHINE EKPERECHUKW. (2020, July), "FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATE FLUCTUATIONS IN NIGERIA: 1981-2018", International Journal of Social Sciences and Management Review, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 63-96
Conference Papers
1Ukoh, J.E.. (2021, September), "Effect of Cash holdings on Research and Development of Conglomerates Firm in Nigeria",
2Ukoh, J.E., Ezu, G.K.. (2021, May), "Effect of Nigerian Capital Market Performance on Monetary Policy Instruments in Nigeria",

Academic Leadership Qualities

Contributions to the University/Society
1Chairman, "Departmental Logistics" (February, 2024)
2Reviewer, "African Banking and Finance Review Journal" (February, 2024)
3Member, "Assistant Departmental CEP Coordinator" (May, 2023)
4Member, "Banking And Finance Welfare Committee" (May, 2023)
5Member, "Banking and Finance Conference/workshop committee" (May, 2023)
6Member, "Banking and Finance Publication Committee" (May, 2023)
7Member, "Editorial Team to the Departmental Journal" (May, 2023)
8Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences Consultancy and Workshop Committee" (November, 2022)
9Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences Skill Acquisition Committee" (November, 2022)
10Secretary, "Strategic Role/Innovation Committee of Banking & Finance Department" (February, 2022)
11Member, "Result Computation Committee of Banking & Finance Department" (February, 2022)
12Member, "Departmental Alumni Committee of Banking & Finance Department" (February, 2022)
13Member, "Staff Welfare Committee (Banking & Finance Department)" (August, 2021)
14Woman Leader, "St. Paul Group, Trinity Methodist Church, Awka" (October, 2021)
15Woman Leader, "Isikwuato Development Union" (February, 2020)
16Course Adviser 300 level (Accountancy/Finance Department), "Paul University" (May, 2013 to September, 2014)
17Secretary, "Scripture Union, GRA Group Onitsha" (July, 2013 to April, 2015)
18Financial Secretary, "Amaibo Improvement Union, Onitsha" (August, 2007 to March, 2014)
19Treasurer, "Women Fellowship Methodist Church Onitsha, Nigeria" (February, 2005 to November, 2012)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Associate Member, "The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants" - ACMA1687 (member since 2004), https://cicma.org.ng/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"CIBN 15th Annual Banking and Finance Conference: Repositioning the Financial Service Industry for Evolving Global context", (Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN)), 13th September, 2022 to 14th September, 2022; Abuja/Virtual (Zoom)
2"Security Challenges & Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Sub-Saharan Africa", (Faculty of Management Sciences), 4th November, 2021 to 4th November, 2021; Unizik Business School, Awka
3"CIBN 14th Annual Banking and Finance Conference: Economic Recovery, inclusion and transformation: The role of Banking and Finance", (Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN)), 8th September, 2021 to 10th September, 2021; Abuja/Virtual (Zoom)
Workshops
1"Resource Management and Accountability in COVID-19 Pandemic Era", (Department of Accountancy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th November, 2021 to 18th November, 2021; Nigeria
2"Customer Service Excellence", (Fidelity Bank), 10th April, 2006 to 11th April, 2006; Enugu
3"Successful Techniques in Marketing, Private placement & Public offer", (Adedipe Associates Ltd), 22nd February, 2006 to 23rd February, 2006; Aba
4"Credit Procedure Procedure", (Fidelity Bank), 2nd February, 2006 to 3rd February, 2006; Enugu
5"Computer Operations", (EUCKS Computer Institute), 13th February, 2003 to 4th July, 2003; Onitsha
6"Customer Relationship Management", (Allied Bank Plc), 1st March, 1995 to 5th March, 1995; Lagos
7"Total Quality Management", (Allied Bank Plc), 4th April, 1994 to 6th April, 1994; Lagos